Renewed Hope Initiative: Sen. Oluremi Tinubu Uplifts 250 Elderly Citizens As Initiative Disburses Over N1. 9 Billion Across Nigeria

… As 250 Beneficiaries Receives N200,000 Each, Free Medical Check-ups

Ahead of Christmas celebration, The wife of Nigeria’s President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has uplifted 250 elderly person with cash of over One billion, Nine hundred million naira across the nation.

The support program was an initiative of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme which was designed to support the welfare of elderly citizens across the nation annually.

Speaking while handing over the grant to beneficiaries, Mrs Tinubu who was represented by wife of Oyo state governor, Mrs Tamunominini Makinde declared that Two hundred and Fifty elderly citizens, aged 65 and above in all 36 States of the federation, the federal Capital Territory and veterans from the Defence and Police will be beneficiaries.

She said that the Governing Board of the Renewed Hope Initiative has decided to increase the grant from N100,000 to N200,000 this year to provide further support to all the elderly citizens during this festive season.

She said, “A total of One Billion, Nine Hundred Milion Naira (N1,900,000,000) will be disbursed across the nation.

“The RHI Coordinators in the 36 States of the federation, the FCT and DEPOWA have received Fifty Million Naira (N50,000,000) each, out of which N200,000 will be distributed today to each beneficiary. In addition to this, free medical check-ups and other sundry items will be provided.

“I commend all our State First Ladies/RHI State Coordinators and partners for their efforts in making
this day a reality.

“I congratulate all our senior citizens who have been selected as beneficiaries. I urge you to remember to prioritise your health even as we all enjoy and celebrate in the festive season.

“Eat well, stay hydrated, do little exercise – like walking and getting adequate rest. Spend quality time with loved ones, and do what you enjoy and makes you happy.”

Meanwhile, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Mrs Toyin Balogun commended the initiative, urging beneficiaries to use the money judiciously by investing some of the money on Small Scale business.

Some of the beneficiaries lauded Mrs Tinubu, saying it will go along way in helping them particularly during the festive period

During the program free medical check-ups and other sundry items were provided to the beneficiaries.